Archive: 2025/12

How to Space Magnesium Supplements with Thyroid Medication and Antibiotics for Safe Absorption

Magnesium supplements can block thyroid medication and antibiotics from being absorbed properly. Learn the exact timing rules to take them safely without compromising your treatment.

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Medication Considerations for Vegans and Vegetarians: Hidden Animal Ingredients

Many medications contain hidden animal ingredients like gelatin, lanolin, and magnesium stearate. Vegans and vegetarians need to know which drugs use these fillers-and how to find plant-based alternatives without compromising health.

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Preparing for a Kidney Transplant: Evaluation, Waitlist, and Living Donors

Understand the full kidney transplant process-from medical evaluation and waitlist timing to living donor options and financial planning. Learn what it takes to qualify, why some people are denied, and how to speed up your path to transplant.

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Professional Liability and Generic Substitution: Reducing Risk for Pharmacists

Pharmacists face growing legal risks when substituting generic drugs, especially for narrow therapeutic index medications. Learn how state laws, federal preemption, and patient consent impact liability-and what steps you can take today to protect yourself.

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Authorized Generics vs Brand Drugs: What You Need to Know About Identical Medications

Authorized generics are chemically identical to brand-name drugs but sold without the brand label. They offer the same effectiveness with potential cost savings - and are especially helpful for those sensitive to inactive ingredients in traditional generics.

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SGLT2 Inhibitors and Fournier’s Gangrene: What to Watch For and What to Do

SGLT2 inhibitors help manage diabetes but carry a rare risk of Fournier’s gangrene-a life-threatening infection. Know the early signs: sudden genital pain, swelling, or fever. Act fast-delay can be fatal.

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